Vorwerk kobold vc100, User Manual

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Fire hazard!
The device may start to burn if exposed to heat or as a result of
improper use.
• The handheld vacuum cleaner and all its accessories (especially
the battery pack) must never be put onto an open fire or heated
by an external heat source.
• Stop using the device if it has fallen on the floor and shows
visible signs of damage or appears to be defective.
• Do not short-circuit the battery pack under any circumstances.
Risk of injury when
carrying out work on
the device!
If the device is not switched off, you could injure yourself on
individual components.
• Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and
maintenance work.
Risk of injury due to
sharp fragments of
plastic!
Broken plastic may be sharp and cause injury.
• Do not use the device if plastic components have been damaged
due to falling or impacts.
• Protect yourself against fragments with sharp edges.
Risk of injury from
leaking batteries!
Leaking batteries could cause injury.
• Leaking batteries must not come into contact with the eyes or
mucous membranes.
• Wash your hands and rinse your eyes with clean water.
• If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Risk of damage to the
device!
Moisture in the interior may damage the device.
• Do not vacuum liquids or damp dirt.
• Do not vacuum damp floor mats or carpets.
• Do not use the device in damp environments (in wet bathrooms
or outdoor areas, etc.) or in places where there is a risk that the
device could come into contact with liquids.
• Never pour water over the device.
• Do not hold the device under running water.
• Never immerse the device in water or other liquids.
• Never clean your device with water or damp cleaning agents.
• Never store the device outdoors.
• Store the device such that it is protected from moisture.